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May 2010
Updated catalogue is available

The latest learner's catalogue including Brilliant French and Brilliant Spanish is now available to download.

May 2010
Two new products from Pearson Prentice Hall Life

The popular Pearson brand 'Brilliant' is now available in French and Spanish. It works on the basis that you already know thousands of words in these languages without realising it, and that your brain is naturally disposed to language learning.

May 2010
New store on Amazon

We now have our own Languages store on Amazon. Click on the link for some great prices.

May 2010
Starting to think about your short break abroad?

Why not brush up on your travel language with the audio-only series Quickstart? Published in 8 languages, it contains two audio CDs and a booklet with transcripts of the dialogues. It has special features for the iPod and iPod.

May 2010
New Teachers' catalogue now available

Our latest Teacher's catalogue is available to download now.

May 2010
Spring Break Abroad?

Are you setting off on a Spring break abroad? Then why not check out our great range of 12 Phrase Book and Dictionaries. They contain thousands of words and phrases so you'll never be stuck for the right word - whatever the situation.

Happy Holidays!

May 2010
Catalogue available

Our latest catalogue is available to download.

May 2010
New French and Spanish games!

Have a look at our new Learning Support page to find out more.

May 2009
GET INTO FRENCH AND SPANISH RELOADED

Our engaging, interactive French and Spanish courses have been updated.

May 2009
TALK ARABIC

The latest addition to our bestselling Talk series, there are ten languages in total.

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If you are looking for a fun and engaging way to learn a new language, we can help. BBC Active offers high-quality, multimedia language resources to help you get to grips with your chosen language. Whatever your reason for learning, whether for business or pleasure, you will find a great range of books, CDs, DVDs and CD-ROMs to get you talking in no time.

BEGINNER Do you want to learn a new language? Our resources for beginners guide you step by step through the basics, and help you to speak your language of choice with confidence.
INTERMEDIATE Are you looking to improve existing language skills? Our intermediate resources allow you to build on what you’ve learnt and take your learning to the next level.
TRAVEL Are you planning a holiday or business trip? Our travel resources help you master essential everyday phrases and vocabulary so you can get by abroad with confidence.
REFERENCE Are you looking for extra support? Whatever your level, you can consolidate your language learning with our range of grammar books and revision guides.

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